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Good health is a matter of priorities and choice--not mere chance. Of course to a certain extent, genetics and other factors over which we have less control come into the picture, however their impact in the face of our daily choices and 'consenting' exposures is miniscule indeed.
There's a lot of talk about goals and plans and making things happen. The problem is that often that is where it all left: In the talk. Without proper commitment to an objective i.e. a specific and measurable goal, we stay in 'indecision'--hoping for the best, and when sometimes we fluke it and 'The best' suddenly appears we don't even recognize it because we didn't know what it looked like to begin with.
1. KNOW WHAT YOU WANT AND YOU WILL GENERALLY GET IT
Clarity leads to power.
Becoming clear about the things we want is very important but really there is nothing more important than becoming clear about what optimum health means to you and the value it bring to your and other people's lives. You see, it is only in pursing optimum health (read: putting in the effort and prioritizing what is important in your life) that you will be able to 'be, do, have' everything else you want in your life.
Set your goals. But most importantly as David Henry Thoreau advocated--"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined". This is only possible when you add motion, in other words ACTION to the equation. However in 'going confidently', Thoreau recommends another key concept and perhaps even more important than the first--do it, 'in the direction of your dreams'.
2. SURELY YOU DON'T PLAN TO FAIL?
You may ask: What does this have to do with my health? Simple.
Without a clear plan you are likely to keep going around in circles and never really achieve the better health (or other) you wish for.
If you want more energy, freedom from headaches, weight loss, better skin, easy digestion, a clear head, or whatever it is you desire to achieve in regards to your health--the only way you will achieve this is by setting some clear goals about the actions you will begin or stop taking in order to achieve your desired outcome. You will also be forced to clarify to yourself what that picture really looks like. And most likely you will need to get all that information out of your head and finally put it down on paper with clear dates besides each one of the things are you committing to put in place.
Keeping yourself or being kept accountable by your health coach is what helps you turn your dreams into reality, whether you want to achieve goals for your health or in any other area of your life.
3. THE PROCESS
An effective system in place to help you do exactly what you want is paramount. But before you start setting goals you need to become clear about where you are. Measure on a scale of 0-10 (10 = excellent) where you are in each one of the following areas health and physical, spiritual, mental, vocational/career, financial, social and familial. Based on this assessment now you can start to identify where you would like to be and start becoming specific about what that means to you.
Let's use the example that you rate yourself a 2/10 in the health arena and one of the main issues you identify right now with your health is your energy--even though it is very likely that improving your energy will only bring benefits to you before you set any goals you want to answer a resounding YES to the following questions:
i. Is it really my goal?
ii. It is morally correct and fair?
iii. Are my short-range goals consistent with my long-term goals?
iv. Can I commit myself emotionally to complete the project?
v. Can I visualise myself reaching this goal?
So using the energy example, once you've answered yes to the above questions you need to start get your plan in place and one way to do this is to do the following:
A. IDENTIFY THE GOAL
Currently my energy levels are at 3-4/10 and it slumps around lunch time to a 0-1/10. My goal is to Increase my energy levels to a consistent 8-9/10.
B. SET A DEADLINE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
By 30th August 2008
C. LIST THE OBSTACLES TO OVERCOME
:: Laziness to get out of bed in the morning to exercise;
:: Laziness about preparing and organising my healthy food menu for the week;
:: Not wanting to prioritise getting organised for the week;
:: Poor time management meaning I end up eating too late and as a consequence stay up too late and don't get enough sleep;
:: Not wanting to go shopping for healthy food;
:: Not wanting to cut our sugar, chocolate, starchy foods, coffee etc;
:: Forgetting to eat every 3 hours
:: Forgetting (on purpose) to take my energizing herbs and supplements;
:: Healthy food is boring.
D. IDENTIFY THE PEOPLE, GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS YOU NEED TO WORK WITH
:: My naturopath--to keep me accountable and direct me towards making better health choices as well as providing expertise on how and what supplements will give the best results for my health; She can also give me food suggestions, shopping lists etc;
:: Find a training buddy to ensure I get to the gym no matter what (or a personal trainer);
:: Organic fruit, veg. and meat delivery service to take the stress out of shopping;
E. LIST THE SKILLS AND THE KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED TO REACH YOUR GOAL
:: Learn how to cook tasty healthy meals;
:: Learn how to organise my foods;
:: Create a realistic plan I can follow;
:: Get ideas of what to eat and how to prepare it.
F. DEVELOP A PLAN OF ACTION
:: On Saturday or Sunday spend half an hour organising the menu for the weeks to come. Every meal must be accounted for;
:: Create shopping list;
:: Go shopping;
:: Cook 2-3 healthy meals I can have during the week. Freeze some portions for minimal preparation later;
:: Get a thermal food bag and put in all your meals/portions for the entire day next to your desk;
:: Add nutrients to the bag, so supplements can be taken during the day;
:: Set an alarm to ring every 3 hours to initially remind me to eat until I get 'the hang of it';
:: Help keep training partner motivated--by showing up on time each morning and being enthusiastic about the results you will both soon see.
G. LIST THE BENEFITS--WHAT IS IN IT FOR ME?
:: Feel amazingly energetic;
:: Be more productive and get more done in other areas of my life;
:: Healthily manage my weight;
:: Feel more in control of my health;
:: Be more organised;
:: Save money by preparing healthy food at home and taking it to work and reduce eating unhealthy take-away food;
:: Know how to cook great tasting, healthy food;
:: Properly nourish my cells;
:: AND THE LIST GOES ON...!
Copyright 2008. Gabriela Rosa. All Rights ReservedLeading Sydney naturopath and natural fertility specialist Gabriela Rosa publishes the two celebrated 'Natural Fertility Booster' and 'Natural Health Booster' ezines with 1,000+ subscribers. If you're ready to optimise your health and fertility, get your FREE tips today!
There's a lot of talk about goals and plans and making things happen. The problem is that often that is where it all left: In the talk. Without proper commitment to an objective i.e. a specific and measurable goal, we stay in 'indecision'--hoping for the best, and when sometimes we fluke it and 'The best' suddenly appears we don't even recognize it because we didn't know what it looked like to begin with.
1. KNOW WHAT YOU WANT AND YOU WILL GENERALLY GET IT
Clarity leads to power.
Becoming clear about the things we want is very important but really there is nothing more important than becoming clear about what optimum health means to you and the value it bring to your and other people's lives. You see, it is only in pursing optimum health (read: putting in the effort and prioritizing what is important in your life) that you will be able to 'be, do, have' everything else you want in your life.
Set your goals. But most importantly as David Henry Thoreau advocated--"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined". This is only possible when you add motion, in other words ACTION to the equation. However in 'going confidently', Thoreau recommends another key concept and perhaps even more important than the first--do it, 'in the direction of your dreams'.
2. SURELY YOU DON'T PLAN TO FAIL?
You may ask: What does this have to do with my health? Simple.
Without a clear plan you are likely to keep going around in circles and never really achieve the better health (or other) you wish for.
If you want more energy, freedom from headaches, weight loss, better skin, easy digestion, a clear head, or whatever it is you desire to achieve in regards to your health--the only way you will achieve this is by setting some clear goals about the actions you will begin or stop taking in order to achieve your desired outcome. You will also be forced to clarify to yourself what that picture really looks like. And most likely you will need to get all that information out of your head and finally put it down on paper with clear dates besides each one of the things are you committing to put in place.
Keeping yourself or being kept accountable by your health coach is what helps you turn your dreams into reality, whether you want to achieve goals for your health or in any other area of your life.
3. THE PROCESS
An effective system in place to help you do exactly what you want is paramount. But before you start setting goals you need to become clear about where you are. Measure on a scale of 0-10 (10 = excellent) where you are in each one of the following areas health and physical, spiritual, mental, vocational/career, financial, social and familial. Based on this assessment now you can start to identify where you would like to be and start becoming specific about what that means to you.
Let's use the example that you rate yourself a 2/10 in the health arena and one of the main issues you identify right now with your health is your energy--even though it is very likely that improving your energy will only bring benefits to you before you set any goals you want to answer a resounding YES to the following questions:
i. Is it really my goal?
ii. It is morally correct and fair?
iii. Are my short-range goals consistent with my long-term goals?
iv. Can I commit myself emotionally to complete the project?
v. Can I visualise myself reaching this goal?
So using the energy example, once you've answered yes to the above questions you need to start get your plan in place and one way to do this is to do the following:
A. IDENTIFY THE GOAL
Currently my energy levels are at 3-4/10 and it slumps around lunch time to a 0-1/10. My goal is to Increase my energy levels to a consistent 8-9/10.
B. SET A DEADLINE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
By 30th August 2008
C. LIST THE OBSTACLES TO OVERCOME
:: Laziness to get out of bed in the morning to exercise;
:: Laziness about preparing and organising my healthy food menu for the week;
:: Not wanting to prioritise getting organised for the week;
:: Poor time management meaning I end up eating too late and as a consequence stay up too late and don't get enough sleep;
:: Not wanting to go shopping for healthy food;
:: Not wanting to cut our sugar, chocolate, starchy foods, coffee etc;
:: Forgetting to eat every 3 hours
:: Forgetting (on purpose) to take my energizing herbs and supplements;
:: Healthy food is boring.
D. IDENTIFY THE PEOPLE, GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS YOU NEED TO WORK WITH
:: My naturopath--to keep me accountable and direct me towards making better health choices as well as providing expertise on how and what supplements will give the best results for my health; She can also give me food suggestions, shopping lists etc;
:: Find a training buddy to ensure I get to the gym no matter what (or a personal trainer);
:: Organic fruit, veg. and meat delivery service to take the stress out of shopping;
E. LIST THE SKILLS AND THE KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED TO REACH YOUR GOAL
:: Learn how to cook tasty healthy meals;
:: Learn how to organise my foods;
:: Create a realistic plan I can follow;
:: Get ideas of what to eat and how to prepare it.
F. DEVELOP A PLAN OF ACTION
:: On Saturday or Sunday spend half an hour organising the menu for the weeks to come. Every meal must be accounted for;
:: Create shopping list;
:: Go shopping;
:: Cook 2-3 healthy meals I can have during the week. Freeze some portions for minimal preparation later;
:: Get a thermal food bag and put in all your meals/portions for the entire day next to your desk;
:: Add nutrients to the bag, so supplements can be taken during the day;
:: Set an alarm to ring every 3 hours to initially remind me to eat until I get 'the hang of it';
:: Help keep training partner motivated--by showing up on time each morning and being enthusiastic about the results you will both soon see.
G. LIST THE BENEFITS--WHAT IS IN IT FOR ME?
:: Feel amazingly energetic;
:: Be more productive and get more done in other areas of my life;
:: Healthily manage my weight;
:: Feel more in control of my health;
:: Be more organised;
:: Save money by preparing healthy food at home and taking it to work and reduce eating unhealthy take-away food;
:: Know how to cook great tasting, healthy food;
:: Properly nourish my cells;
:: AND THE LIST GOES ON...!
Copyright 2008. Gabriela Rosa. All Rights ReservedLeading Sydney naturopath and natural fertility specialist Gabriela Rosa publishes the two celebrated 'Natural Fertility Booster' and 'Natural Health Booster' ezines with 1,000+ subscribers. If you're ready to optimise your health and fertility, get your FREE tips today!
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Date Published: Dec 25, 2008 - 2:36 pm
Optimum natural fertility depends upon excellent general health, which can only be attained when our body's metabolic processes are nourished and well balanced. This is where the liver comes in.
The liver is one of the most important organs in the body because it governs approximately 500 metabolic processes to ensure optimum health and fertility. These are categorized into nine main ones and include: Carbohydrate metabolism--assisting to maintain blood sugar levels; fat metabolism and cholesterol balance; protein metabolism including disposing of and re-making blood as well as other body building blocks; storage of blood; bile salts production to assist digestion; storage of vitamins (A, D, E, K, B, C) and minerals (iron, potassium, copper, zinc); production of heat, breakdown and elimination of hormones essential for hormonal balance and detoxification.
The liver is the largest human internal organ and one of the few capable of natural regeneration--as little as 25% of remaining liver can regenerate into a whole liver again. Ensuring the liver has what is required for optimum function is essential for peak general health and fertility.
The way of ensuring optimum liver function is the same (of course) as the approach used to help couples overcome infertility to have a healthy baby, it includes a low toxin lifestyle: a healthy, clean diet; no coffee or alcohol consumption; avoidance of chemicals, recreational substances, smoking and any other things which have been shown to negatively affect general heath as well as adding in other things which can be beneficial--such as the recipe I share with you below.
The Whole Lemon Drink is a recipe that was shared with me by my esteemed colleague and author, Peter De Ruyter. I have used it for various areas of health with excellent results (including and not limited only to digestion and digestive system function).
It's simple and it tastes great. For improved health, fertility and digestion, all you have to do is drink it twice daily. The other great thing about this natural health and fertility boost is that it is completely safe during the pre-conception period. In addition, whether you are pregnant or trying to conceive naturally, or via assisted methods such as IUI, IVF, ICSI--you can continue this healthy ritual.
The Whole Lemon Drink is ideal for:
- Assisting with hormonal balance
- Detoxification
- Enhanced immune function
- Liver health
- Nourishing and strengthening cells and cell membranes
- Improving and normalising digestive health
Some of the benefits of the Whole Lemon Drink (observed in over 20 years of clinical practice):
- It decreases blood acidity and alkalises the system--despite lemon juice being acidic;
- The oils provide essential fatty acids that boost immune function, benefit cell integrity, and improve skin health (resolving dryness), etc;
- The D-limonene in the lemon peel has anti-cancer properties;
- The pectin in the lemon helps to emulsify oils and chelate toxins from the bowel
- Lemon peel contains oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs)--powerful antioxidants with antihistamine effects;
- Lecithin acts on healing and detoxifying the liver (it's wonderful to address fatty liver) and nervous system (peripheral neuropathy) as well as the kidneys and brain, and enhances fat absorption;
- Lecithin helps normalise cholesterol and triglycerides;
- The choline in the lecithin and the oils in the citrus skin glands help liver detoxification pathways to work more effectively;
- The drink helps decrease swollen glands, increases energy, as well as lift depression and anxiety;
- It helps with insomnia and increases the appetite (only when it is poor);
- It assists in weight normalisation;
- It frequently raises CD4 cell counts (fighting cells of the immune system);
- It helps to decrease tumour necrosis factor (TNF), inflammation and wasting.
One amazing brew - cheap, simple, safe, and effective!
WHOLE LEMON DRINK RECIPE
- 1 whole organic lemon, well scrubbed to remove any wax or residues
- 1/2 cup filtered water
- 1-3 dessertspoons cold-pressed organic flaxseed oil or preferably liquid fish oil
- 1 heaped dessertspoon lecithin (egg based if possible)
- 1 capsule of vitamin E (whole into the blender)
- 1 knob of fresh ginger (approximately golf ball size)
Cut lemon into small pieces, combine all ingredients and blend for 30-45 seconds. Strain and discard the pulp. Consume 1/2 of the liquid before or with breakfast and the rest for dinner. Store the remainder in a clean glass container* in the fridge. Always consume the total amount within 24 hours to prevent rancidity and too much oxidation.
*Ideally the glass container should be as full of the drink as possible to decrease the amount of air, which speeds up oxidation.
Copyright 2008 Gabriela Rosa. All Rights Reserved.Leading Sydney naturopath and natural fertility specialist Gabriela Rosa publishes the two celebrated 'Natural Fertility Booster' and 'Natural Health Booster' ezines with 1,000+ subscribers. If you're ready to optimise your health and fertility, get your FREE tips today!
The liver is one of the most important organs in the body because it governs approximately 500 metabolic processes to ensure optimum health and fertility. These are categorized into nine main ones and include: Carbohydrate metabolism--assisting to maintain blood sugar levels; fat metabolism and cholesterol balance; protein metabolism including disposing of and re-making blood as well as other body building blocks; storage of blood; bile salts production to assist digestion; storage of vitamins (A, D, E, K, B, C) and minerals (iron, potassium, copper, zinc); production of heat, breakdown and elimination of hormones essential for hormonal balance and detoxification.
The liver is the largest human internal organ and one of the few capable of natural regeneration--as little as 25% of remaining liver can regenerate into a whole liver again. Ensuring the liver has what is required for optimum function is essential for peak general health and fertility.
The way of ensuring optimum liver function is the same (of course) as the approach used to help couples overcome infertility to have a healthy baby, it includes a low toxin lifestyle: a healthy, clean diet; no coffee or alcohol consumption; avoidance of chemicals, recreational substances, smoking and any other things which have been shown to negatively affect general heath as well as adding in other things which can be beneficial--such as the recipe I share with you below.
The Whole Lemon Drink is a recipe that was shared with me by my esteemed colleague and author, Peter De Ruyter. I have used it for various areas of health with excellent results (including and not limited only to digestion and digestive system function).
It's simple and it tastes great. For improved health, fertility and digestion, all you have to do is drink it twice daily. The other great thing about this natural health and fertility boost is that it is completely safe during the pre-conception period. In addition, whether you are pregnant or trying to conceive naturally, or via assisted methods such as IUI, IVF, ICSI--you can continue this healthy ritual.
The Whole Lemon Drink is ideal for:
- Assisting with hormonal balance
- Detoxification
- Enhanced immune function
- Liver health
- Nourishing and strengthening cells and cell membranes
- Improving and normalising digestive health
Some of the benefits of the Whole Lemon Drink (observed in over 20 years of clinical practice):
- It decreases blood acidity and alkalises the system--despite lemon juice being acidic;
- The oils provide essential fatty acids that boost immune function, benefit cell integrity, and improve skin health (resolving dryness), etc;
- The D-limonene in the lemon peel has anti-cancer properties;
- The pectin in the lemon helps to emulsify oils and chelate toxins from the bowel
- Lemon peel contains oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs)--powerful antioxidants with antihistamine effects;
- Lecithin acts on healing and detoxifying the liver (it's wonderful to address fatty liver) and nervous system (peripheral neuropathy) as well as the kidneys and brain, and enhances fat absorption;
- Lecithin helps normalise cholesterol and triglycerides;
- The choline in the lecithin and the oils in the citrus skin glands help liver detoxification pathways to work more effectively;
- The drink helps decrease swollen glands, increases energy, as well as lift depression and anxiety;
- It helps with insomnia and increases the appetite (only when it is poor);
- It assists in weight normalisation;
- It frequently raises CD4 cell counts (fighting cells of the immune system);
- It helps to decrease tumour necrosis factor (TNF), inflammation and wasting.
One amazing brew - cheap, simple, safe, and effective!
WHOLE LEMON DRINK RECIPE
- 1 whole organic lemon, well scrubbed to remove any wax or residues
- 1/2 cup filtered water
- 1-3 dessertspoons cold-pressed organic flaxseed oil or preferably liquid fish oil
- 1 heaped dessertspoon lecithin (egg based if possible)
- 1 capsule of vitamin E (whole into the blender)
- 1 knob of fresh ginger (approximately golf ball size)
Cut lemon into small pieces, combine all ingredients and blend for 30-45 seconds. Strain and discard the pulp. Consume 1/2 of the liquid before or with breakfast and the rest for dinner. Store the remainder in a clean glass container* in the fridge. Always consume the total amount within 24 hours to prevent rancidity and too much oxidation.
*Ideally the glass container should be as full of the drink as possible to decrease the amount of air, which speeds up oxidation.
Copyright 2008 Gabriela Rosa. All Rights Reserved.Leading Sydney naturopath and natural fertility specialist Gabriela Rosa publishes the two celebrated 'Natural Fertility Booster' and 'Natural Health Booster' ezines with 1,000+ subscribers. If you're ready to optimise your health and fertility, get your FREE tips today!
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Date Published: Dec 25, 2008 - 2:35 pm
What is the impact of diabetes?
Over time diabetes can factually lead to blindness, kidney failure, and nerve damage. These types of damage are also the result of damage to small vessels, referred to as microvascular disease. Diabetes is also an significant factor in accelerating the hardening and narrowing of the arteries (atherosclerosis), leading to strokes, coronary heart disease, and other large blood vessel diseases. This is actually referred to as macrovascular disease.
Diabetes affects the approximately 17 million people (about 8% of the population) in the United States. In addition to an estimated additional 12 million people in the United States have diabetes and don't even know it.
Diabetes maintenance can be extremely difficult for the patient, there are several different health supplements for diabetes which will help maintain insulin and blood sugar levels, if used in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise. Before beginning any new supplement, exercise program or diet- please consult with your physician. It's a good idea to work with a physician to help maintain your insulin and blood sugar levels, and to help control diabetes in general.
Diabetes can be deadly, so if at any point- regardless of whether you are using traditional medicine or alternative remedies- your symptoms worsen, then please contact your physician immediately! New, different, or an increase in symptoms could mean your condition is worsening.
As far as some general herbal health supplements for diabetes, there are several out there that will help control blood sugar, insulin levels, and increase your body's ability to properly use insulin. Chromium is a wonderful supplement, often used in the form of "chromium picolinate" for weight loss, but when used for supplementing for diabetes, Chromium makes your body's cells more sensitive to insulin, which will help your body make proper use of insulin. A lot of people with Type 2 Diabetes have a chromium deficiency, which makes the symptoms of diabetes less once Chromium is started in most people.
Evening Primrose Oil is a good herbal remedy for one of the most common complications of diabetes, called "neuropathy." When a person with diabetes has difficulty converting linoleic acid into GLA, circulation problems result because GLA deficiency causes less oxygen to reach the nerves in a person's neurosystem. Evening Primrose oil helps with this because Evening Primrose oil is a direct source of GLA. It is for this reason that Evening Primrose Oil is one of the best health supplements for diabetes. It's suspected that taking Evening Primrose Oil before symptoms of neuropathy caused by diabetes start, will actually help prevent diabetes-related neuropathy.
Other good herbal supplements include aloe vera (the juice or capsules containing aloe powder), antioxidants (commonly found in capsule or pill form, or even in tea form), burdock, biotin, coenzyme Q10, dandelion (found in tea or capsule/caplet form, most common is the tea form), DHEA, fiber, ginseng, l-carnitine, magnesium, onions, vitamins C and E. There are many health supplements for diabetes, and several of the herbal remedies have been known to be very effective. It's just important to remember, before starting any kind of supplement or medication- whether herbal or traditional- consult with your physician and a naturopath before beginning any new supplements.
Just like traditional medications and treatments, herbal remedies can- and do- interact with one another and also with traditional medications. The best way to control diabetes is with your physician's guidance, educating yourself, and by making sure you take care of your general over-all health and well-being. A balanced diet, exercise, and education are the best health suppliments for diabetes that there are. Follow the advice of your physician and/or a naturopath to determine which other supplements or herbal remedies are right for you.More on Diabetes Herbal Supplements and Diabetes Control and Diabetes Guide
Over time diabetes can factually lead to blindness, kidney failure, and nerve damage. These types of damage are also the result of damage to small vessels, referred to as microvascular disease. Diabetes is also an significant factor in accelerating the hardening and narrowing of the arteries (atherosclerosis), leading to strokes, coronary heart disease, and other large blood vessel diseases. This is actually referred to as macrovascular disease.
Diabetes affects the approximately 17 million people (about 8% of the population) in the United States. In addition to an estimated additional 12 million people in the United States have diabetes and don't even know it.
Diabetes maintenance can be extremely difficult for the patient, there are several different health supplements for diabetes which will help maintain insulin and blood sugar levels, if used in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise. Before beginning any new supplement, exercise program or diet- please consult with your physician. It's a good idea to work with a physician to help maintain your insulin and blood sugar levels, and to help control diabetes in general.
Diabetes can be deadly, so if at any point- regardless of whether you are using traditional medicine or alternative remedies- your symptoms worsen, then please contact your physician immediately! New, different, or an increase in symptoms could mean your condition is worsening.
As far as some general herbal health supplements for diabetes, there are several out there that will help control blood sugar, insulin levels, and increase your body's ability to properly use insulin. Chromium is a wonderful supplement, often used in the form of "chromium picolinate" for weight loss, but when used for supplementing for diabetes, Chromium makes your body's cells more sensitive to insulin, which will help your body make proper use of insulin. A lot of people with Type 2 Diabetes have a chromium deficiency, which makes the symptoms of diabetes less once Chromium is started in most people.
Evening Primrose Oil is a good herbal remedy for one of the most common complications of diabetes, called "neuropathy." When a person with diabetes has difficulty converting linoleic acid into GLA, circulation problems result because GLA deficiency causes less oxygen to reach the nerves in a person's neurosystem. Evening Primrose oil helps with this because Evening Primrose oil is a direct source of GLA. It is for this reason that Evening Primrose Oil is one of the best health supplements for diabetes. It's suspected that taking Evening Primrose Oil before symptoms of neuropathy caused by diabetes start, will actually help prevent diabetes-related neuropathy.
Other good herbal supplements include aloe vera (the juice or capsules containing aloe powder), antioxidants (commonly found in capsule or pill form, or even in tea form), burdock, biotin, coenzyme Q10, dandelion (found in tea or capsule/caplet form, most common is the tea form), DHEA, fiber, ginseng, l-carnitine, magnesium, onions, vitamins C and E. There are many health supplements for diabetes, and several of the herbal remedies have been known to be very effective. It's just important to remember, before starting any kind of supplement or medication- whether herbal or traditional- consult with your physician and a naturopath before beginning any new supplements.
Just like traditional medications and treatments, herbal remedies can- and do- interact with one another and also with traditional medications. The best way to control diabetes is with your physician's guidance, educating yourself, and by making sure you take care of your general over-all health and well-being. A balanced diet, exercise, and education are the best health suppliments for diabetes that there are. Follow the advice of your physician and/or a naturopath to determine which other supplements or herbal remedies are right for you.More on Diabetes Herbal Supplements and Diabetes Control and Diabetes Guide
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Date Published: Dec 25, 2008 - 2:35 pm
A cancer diet needs a good balance of minerals because minerals are needed by all cells for proper function. Patients are often found to be mineral deficient, so this is an area of the diet that needs particular attention.
There are two classes of minerals. Macrominerals, such as the well known calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium and phosphorus, and microminerals, such as boron, chromium, copper, iron, iodine, germanium, sulfur, silicon, vanadium, zinc, manganese and molybdenum.
The good news is we will get most of the minerals we need, provided we are eating a diet based on a wide variety of fruits and veggies, with the addition of nuts, seeds and grains.
Where we can get in to trouble is that minerals are washed out of soils with constant rain, and modern fertilizers don't usually contain the wide variety of minerals we need. Organic gardeners usually use rock minerals on their soils and this results in organic produce have a much higher and broader range of minerals.
Germanium is one micromineral that cancer patients are often low on. It is essential for immune function and is critical to tissue oxygenation. Cancer grows rapidly where there is low oxygenation of cells. Germanium is found in broccoli, celery, garlic, onions, rhubarb, sauerkraut and tomato juice as well as aloevera and ginseng.
Iodine deficiency has been linked to breast cancer in more than one study. Seasalt contains iodine and a variety of minerals rather than the isolated highly processed iodine additive in table salt. Asparagus, garlic, lima beans, soybeans, sesame seeds all contain natural iodine along with the nutrients needed for good absorption.
Large amounts of brassicas eg brussels sprouts, cabbage and cauliflower, along with peaches, pears and spinach can block absorption of iodine, so ensure there is a balance of iodine rich foods in your diet.
Selenium has been linked to cancer. Selenium and Vitamin E work together to attack free radicals. Selenium is critical for pancreatic function, and pancreatic enzymes are critical to the bodies ability to fight tumour activity. This mineral is generally found in meat and grains, however countries such as New Zealand and much of America is known to have selenium deficient soils.
As there have been several studies showing that good selenium levels have significantly reduced the risk of cancer, this is one mineral you want to have enough of.
Food sources that should be included frequently in a cancer diet are: brazil nuts, broccoli, brown rice, brewers yeast, chicken, kelp, onions, salmon, seafood, tuna, wheatgerm and whole grains. Garlic, chamomile, ginseng and parsley are all easy to use concentrated forms that can be added to the diet daily.
A couple of warnings:
Be very careful about self-dosing with minerals as several of them will block absorption of others if the dose is too high.
Again, eating a variety of foods, with particular notice taken of those that have high mineral levels is the safest way to go. If you wish to explore mineral supplementation further, talk to your naturopath or nutritionist. But whatever you do, don't ignore the importance of these vital elements to your well being.Cedric DSilva Age: 43 Position: CEO: Bits,Pieces and Fishes And CDS People Previous jobs: Worked as Mechanical Engineer in several countries around the world Education: Bachelor's degree Residence (Dual) : Mumbai, India; Calgary, Canada. Other interests: Travel, golf, Adventure, Ornamental Fish Breeding
There are two classes of minerals. Macrominerals, such as the well known calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium and phosphorus, and microminerals, such as boron, chromium, copper, iron, iodine, germanium, sulfur, silicon, vanadium, zinc, manganese and molybdenum.
The good news is we will get most of the minerals we need, provided we are eating a diet based on a wide variety of fruits and veggies, with the addition of nuts, seeds and grains.
Where we can get in to trouble is that minerals are washed out of soils with constant rain, and modern fertilizers don't usually contain the wide variety of minerals we need. Organic gardeners usually use rock minerals on their soils and this results in organic produce have a much higher and broader range of minerals.
Germanium is one micromineral that cancer patients are often low on. It is essential for immune function and is critical to tissue oxygenation. Cancer grows rapidly where there is low oxygenation of cells. Germanium is found in broccoli, celery, garlic, onions, rhubarb, sauerkraut and tomato juice as well as aloevera and ginseng.
Iodine deficiency has been linked to breast cancer in more than one study. Seasalt contains iodine and a variety of minerals rather than the isolated highly processed iodine additive in table salt. Asparagus, garlic, lima beans, soybeans, sesame seeds all contain natural iodine along with the nutrients needed for good absorption.
Large amounts of brassicas eg brussels sprouts, cabbage and cauliflower, along with peaches, pears and spinach can block absorption of iodine, so ensure there is a balance of iodine rich foods in your diet.
Selenium has been linked to cancer. Selenium and Vitamin E work together to attack free radicals. Selenium is critical for pancreatic function, and pancreatic enzymes are critical to the bodies ability to fight tumour activity. This mineral is generally found in meat and grains, however countries such as New Zealand and much of America is known to have selenium deficient soils.
As there have been several studies showing that good selenium levels have significantly reduced the risk of cancer, this is one mineral you want to have enough of.
Food sources that should be included frequently in a cancer diet are: brazil nuts, broccoli, brown rice, brewers yeast, chicken, kelp, onions, salmon, seafood, tuna, wheatgerm and whole grains. Garlic, chamomile, ginseng and parsley are all easy to use concentrated forms that can be added to the diet daily.
A couple of warnings:
Be very careful about self-dosing with minerals as several of them will block absorption of others if the dose is too high.
Again, eating a variety of foods, with particular notice taken of those that have high mineral levels is the safest way to go. If you wish to explore mineral supplementation further, talk to your naturopath or nutritionist. But whatever you do, don't ignore the importance of these vital elements to your well being.Cedric DSilva Age: 43 Position: CEO: Bits,Pieces and Fishes And CDS People Previous jobs: Worked as Mechanical Engineer in several countries around the world Education: Bachelor's degree Residence (Dual) : Mumbai, India; Calgary, Canada. Other interests: Travel, golf, Adventure, Ornamental Fish Breeding
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Date Published: Dec 25, 2008 - 2:35 pm
Prior to 1938, colloidal silver was widely promoted as a "cure-all".
It was the only product in those days that would kill fungus, virus and bacteria. Then long came antibiotics such as penicillin and sulfanilamide, medical use of colloidal silver ceased. From the 1990's there has been a renewed interest in colloidal silver and an alternative medicine treatment.
The FDA in the USA and the same relative authorities in other countries have made it illegal for any "cure all" claims that were advertised prior to 1938, to be made.
Some vendors say that "the darker the solution, the more potent the concentration of silver", implying that their dark brown, high ppm product is what you should purchase. It could be dangerous since any quantity over 350 micrograms (mcg) per day exceeds EPA standards for silver in drinking water. In analysis the product does support the labeled claims.
Colloidal silver is a powerful, natural antibiotic and preventative against infections. Acting as a catalyst, it reportedly disables the enzyme that one-celled bacteria, such as viruses and fungi need for their oxygen metabolism. They suffocate these organisms without corresponding harm occurring to human enzymes or parts of the human body chemistry. The result is the destruction of disease-causing organisms in the body and in the food.
Did you ever hear from some of the senior members in your family about putting silver dollars (before 1938) into milk to preserve its freshness? And this is milk that was kept at room temperature as in those days the refrigeration as we know it today did not exist.
The Food and Drug Administration today classifies colloidal silver as a pre-1938 drug. A letter from the FDA dated 9/13/91 states: "These products may continue to be marketed . . . as long as they are advertised and labeled for the same use as in 1938 and as long as they are manufactured in the original manner." Some of the manufacturing methods used before 1938 are still used today. An electro-colloidal process, which is known to be the best method, is used. There is only one company currently using a manufacturing process that is officially approved by the FDA.
Dr. R. O. Becker, MD discovered in the late 1970's that the silver ions present in colloidal silver promote bone health and kill surrounding bacteria. This was confirmed in a March 1978 Science Digest article "Out Mightiest Germ Fighter" stated that colloidal silver kills some 650 disease organisms. It also prevents resistant strains to develop and to top all that, colloidal silver is non-toxic.
Dr. Harry Margraf, a researcher who worked with the late Dr. Carl Moyer, MD, chairman of Washington University, Department of Surgery during the 1970's, said "Silver is the best all-around germ fighter we have".
The equipment required to manufacture the highest level of colloidal silver would include: (1) Transmission Electron Microscope, (2) Absorption, (3) Dual-beam spectrophotometry, (4) Ultra-filtration and nanofiltration, (5) pH measuring equipment, (6) Conductivity analytical and centrifugation equipment. The purpose of all this sophisticated analytical equipment is to ensure the purity, uniformity, performance, stability and longevity of the product.
The Blue Man is famous for his ingestion of colloidal silver. Be it know that Paul Karason (The Blue Man) purchased a colloidal silver generator and manufactured his own colloidal silver. Not having all the equipment mentioned above Mr. Karason has no way of knowing the quality of the product that he was manufacturing.
In your selection of a colloidal silver product make sure you select a product that has a very small particle size no larger than .0008 microns and a concentration of 10 ppm. This results in 150,000,000 particles of silver in every drop. The solution needs to be totally clear.
If you intend to take colloidal silver orally, consider the following limits. 1 teaspoon of 5 ppm. colloidal silver equals about 25 micrograms (mcg.) of silver. 1 - 4 teaspoons per day (25 - 100 mcg.) is generally considered to be a "nutritional amount" and is reported to be safe to use for extended periods of time. Amounts higher than this are generally considered "therapeutic amounts" and should only be used periodically.
If you wish to consult a medical professional, the allopathic doctors most likely won't have any information. You will need to find a Naturopath, Homeopath or Chinese Herbalist to get in-depth information on how your should proceed with therapeutic dosage.Joni Bell has many years of extensive study in the area of natural cancer prevention and treatment. He has numerous success stories of people being diagnosed living cancer free with use of alternative methods. Ask Joni Bell
It was the only product in those days that would kill fungus, virus and bacteria. Then long came antibiotics such as penicillin and sulfanilamide, medical use of colloidal silver ceased. From the 1990's there has been a renewed interest in colloidal silver and an alternative medicine treatment.
The FDA in the USA and the same relative authorities in other countries have made it illegal for any "cure all" claims that were advertised prior to 1938, to be made.
Some vendors say that "the darker the solution, the more potent the concentration of silver", implying that their dark brown, high ppm product is what you should purchase. It could be dangerous since any quantity over 350 micrograms (mcg) per day exceeds EPA standards for silver in drinking water. In analysis the product does support the labeled claims.
Colloidal silver is a powerful, natural antibiotic and preventative against infections. Acting as a catalyst, it reportedly disables the enzyme that one-celled bacteria, such as viruses and fungi need for their oxygen metabolism. They suffocate these organisms without corresponding harm occurring to human enzymes or parts of the human body chemistry. The result is the destruction of disease-causing organisms in the body and in the food.
Did you ever hear from some of the senior members in your family about putting silver dollars (before 1938) into milk to preserve its freshness? And this is milk that was kept at room temperature as in those days the refrigeration as we know it today did not exist.
The Food and Drug Administration today classifies colloidal silver as a pre-1938 drug. A letter from the FDA dated 9/13/91 states: "These products may continue to be marketed . . . as long as they are advertised and labeled for the same use as in 1938 and as long as they are manufactured in the original manner." Some of the manufacturing methods used before 1938 are still used today. An electro-colloidal process, which is known to be the best method, is used. There is only one company currently using a manufacturing process that is officially approved by the FDA.
Dr. R. O. Becker, MD discovered in the late 1970's that the silver ions present in colloidal silver promote bone health and kill surrounding bacteria. This was confirmed in a March 1978 Science Digest article "Out Mightiest Germ Fighter" stated that colloidal silver kills some 650 disease organisms. It also prevents resistant strains to develop and to top all that, colloidal silver is non-toxic.
Dr. Harry Margraf, a researcher who worked with the late Dr. Carl Moyer, MD, chairman of Washington University, Department of Surgery during the 1970's, said "Silver is the best all-around germ fighter we have".
The equipment required to manufacture the highest level of colloidal silver would include: (1) Transmission Electron Microscope, (2) Absorption, (3) Dual-beam spectrophotometry, (4) Ultra-filtration and nanofiltration, (5) pH measuring equipment, (6) Conductivity analytical and centrifugation equipment. The purpose of all this sophisticated analytical equipment is to ensure the purity, uniformity, performance, stability and longevity of the product.
The Blue Man is famous for his ingestion of colloidal silver. Be it know that Paul Karason (The Blue Man) purchased a colloidal silver generator and manufactured his own colloidal silver. Not having all the equipment mentioned above Mr. Karason has no way of knowing the quality of the product that he was manufacturing.
In your selection of a colloidal silver product make sure you select a product that has a very small particle size no larger than .0008 microns and a concentration of 10 ppm. This results in 150,000,000 particles of silver in every drop. The solution needs to be totally clear.
If you intend to take colloidal silver orally, consider the following limits. 1 teaspoon of 5 ppm. colloidal silver equals about 25 micrograms (mcg.) of silver. 1 - 4 teaspoons per day (25 - 100 mcg.) is generally considered to be a "nutritional amount" and is reported to be safe to use for extended periods of time. Amounts higher than this are generally considered "therapeutic amounts" and should only be used periodically.
If you wish to consult a medical professional, the allopathic doctors most likely won't have any information. You will need to find a Naturopath, Homeopath or Chinese Herbalist to get in-depth information on how your should proceed with therapeutic dosage.Joni Bell has many years of extensive study in the area of natural cancer prevention and treatment. He has numerous success stories of people being diagnosed living cancer free with use of alternative methods. Ask Joni Bell
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Date Published: Dec 25, 2008 - 2:35 pm
A trip to New York City will display Americana at its finest; shopping, cuisine, and culture. A trip to Paris will truly be a charming getaway in the city and nation famous for romance. A trip to London will allow a vacationer to view the history of a nation that once ruled over half the world. A trip one should always consider is to the scenic, ex-communist, nation of Slovenia.
Slovenia is a country rich in history and natural beauty. One can hike in the majestic Alps or enjoy a low-elevation trip on the coast of the Adriatic Sea - a perfect place for a picnic. While in Slovenia visitors can experience the centuries old culture which Slovenia enjoys. Poets (such as France Pre??eren, often considered the national poet), musicians, and composers have called Slovenia home. For a mix of this lush history and culture - as well as modern tourist destinations - a trip to Bled will satisfy all tastes.
Due to the Swiss naturopath, Arnold Rikli, in the late 19th century, Bled became a prominent health resort and continues this tradition of relaxation and rejuvenation of both the body and the soul. Following this tradition, Bled provides an excellent starting point for a trip into nearby Triglav National Park.
The lone island in the glacial Lake Bled provides a grand base for the Assumption of Mary Pilgrimage Church, which is only accessible by Pletna; a traditional wooden barge. It is often thought ringing the church bell is good luck so it is a must for many visitors.
Completing the picturesque Lake Bled scene is Bled Castle perched 130meters above the lake surface. The iconic castle dates back to the middle ages.
The Bled community provides lodging for all budgets. For those travelers on a tight budget, several hostels provide beds for as little as 18?,? a night. Many of these hostels will provide quality meals for little cost. For travelers with a more discriminating taste for hotels, Bled also has an array of 4 and 5 star hotels which pamper guests' mind and body - but certainly not their wallet.
Most visitors (those being, tourists who want comfort at a reasonable price) will find themselves with plenty of options when choosing a hotel, including a name recognizable to most Americans - Best Western. Most of these hotels offer conveniences modern tourists have become accustomed too, including an in-room safe, television, washroom facilities, and some even offer wireless internet to their guests. A few hotels have even partnered with ultra-luxurious Grand Hotel Toplice to give guests access to its swimming and wellness facilities. Some hotels in Bled also offer packages giving guests deals on local activities, such as skiing in the winter or golf in the summertime.SloveniaHolidays.com is main travel portal in Slovenia. Amongst other places you can find useful information about hotel Bled and about holidays Slovenia.
Slovenia is a country rich in history and natural beauty. One can hike in the majestic Alps or enjoy a low-elevation trip on the coast of the Adriatic Sea - a perfect place for a picnic. While in Slovenia visitors can experience the centuries old culture which Slovenia enjoys. Poets (such as France Pre??eren, often considered the national poet), musicians, and composers have called Slovenia home. For a mix of this lush history and culture - as well as modern tourist destinations - a trip to Bled will satisfy all tastes.
Due to the Swiss naturopath, Arnold Rikli, in the late 19th century, Bled became a prominent health resort and continues this tradition of relaxation and rejuvenation of both the body and the soul. Following this tradition, Bled provides an excellent starting point for a trip into nearby Triglav National Park.
The lone island in the glacial Lake Bled provides a grand base for the Assumption of Mary Pilgrimage Church, which is only accessible by Pletna; a traditional wooden barge. It is often thought ringing the church bell is good luck so it is a must for many visitors.
Completing the picturesque Lake Bled scene is Bled Castle perched 130meters above the lake surface. The iconic castle dates back to the middle ages.
The Bled community provides lodging for all budgets. For those travelers on a tight budget, several hostels provide beds for as little as 18?,? a night. Many of these hostels will provide quality meals for little cost. For travelers with a more discriminating taste for hotels, Bled also has an array of 4 and 5 star hotels which pamper guests' mind and body - but certainly not their wallet.
Most visitors (those being, tourists who want comfort at a reasonable price) will find themselves with plenty of options when choosing a hotel, including a name recognizable to most Americans - Best Western. Most of these hotels offer conveniences modern tourists have become accustomed too, including an in-room safe, television, washroom facilities, and some even offer wireless internet to their guests. A few hotels have even partnered with ultra-luxurious Grand Hotel Toplice to give guests access to its swimming and wellness facilities. Some hotels in Bled also offer packages giving guests deals on local activities, such as skiing in the winter or golf in the summertime.SloveniaHolidays.com is main travel portal in Slovenia. Amongst other places you can find useful information about hotel Bled and about holidays Slovenia.
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Date Published: Dec 25, 2008 - 2:35 pm
There are myriad acne alternative treatments being sold today, all claiming to clear up your skin instantly. A lot of Internet sites show full of pages of testimonials from individuals who were cured by using the treatments. And some of them have been. The trouble is that an acne alternative that works for one doesn't work for another. No matter what the claims of the various stores who put up for sale skin care products, facials, and nutritional regimens to clear up your skin, until a particular treatment is tried on an person, nobody knows whether it's going to work or not. Unfortunately, that means for most of us, it's hit or miss.
Once you've gotten fed up with the antibiotics, topical treatments and Accutane offered by your dermatologist, where do you begin? Or, perhaps you never wanted to go that direction in the first place. You have to start somewhere, whatever drove you to seek a non traditional acne alternative.
The first thing to do is discuss with others. I am pretty sure that you know somebody who have had acne and cleared it up or who have it now and are in the process of clearing it up. Try to gain knowledge from their experience. Take notes. Then try some of the things that were efficient for these people. Hope for the best, but be conscious that it may take a while before you find the right combination of products, treatments and lifestyle changes that will help you the most.
Also be aware that some acne alternative products containing the same basic ingredients can be sold at a very different price. Learn what the active ingredients the products are made with and before you pay for the more costly ones, try the less expensive versions.
It's also a great idea to seek the help of professionals. Naturopaths have regimens of vitamins, herbs and gentle cleansers that can work very well. The high-priced prescription medicine Accutane is in reality imitated from plain old Vitamin A. Under a naturopath's care, you can take high doses of Vitamin A for predetermined periods, along with other vitamins and herbs and potentially clear up your skin without the side effects of Accutane, which, if you are a woman, can include birth defects in your baby should you become pregnant while using the drug.
A promising acne alternative is light therapy. For a set amount of time every day, the application of red and blue ultraviolet light can clear up acne for some people. You can buy on the Internet a device that safely emits this type of light. The cost is about $200. This is a cheaper alternative to try before going to an esthetician who has comparable, more powerful equipment. Come get the free ebook of the month just for visiting the site!) This busy novelist is also a communication lover and certainly likes to provide his most interesting passion with other people. Read more now about Acne Alternative and Acne Alternative Remedies Tips at his web site www.acnetreatmentsandinformation.com .
Once you've gotten fed up with the antibiotics, topical treatments and Accutane offered by your dermatologist, where do you begin? Or, perhaps you never wanted to go that direction in the first place. You have to start somewhere, whatever drove you to seek a non traditional acne alternative.
The first thing to do is discuss with others. I am pretty sure that you know somebody who have had acne and cleared it up or who have it now and are in the process of clearing it up. Try to gain knowledge from their experience. Take notes. Then try some of the things that were efficient for these people. Hope for the best, but be conscious that it may take a while before you find the right combination of products, treatments and lifestyle changes that will help you the most.
Also be aware that some acne alternative products containing the same basic ingredients can be sold at a very different price. Learn what the active ingredients the products are made with and before you pay for the more costly ones, try the less expensive versions.
It's also a great idea to seek the help of professionals. Naturopaths have regimens of vitamins, herbs and gentle cleansers that can work very well. The high-priced prescription medicine Accutane is in reality imitated from plain old Vitamin A. Under a naturopath's care, you can take high doses of Vitamin A for predetermined periods, along with other vitamins and herbs and potentially clear up your skin without the side effects of Accutane, which, if you are a woman, can include birth defects in your baby should you become pregnant while using the drug.
A promising acne alternative is light therapy. For a set amount of time every day, the application of red and blue ultraviolet light can clear up acne for some people. You can buy on the Internet a device that safely emits this type of light. The cost is about $200. This is a cheaper alternative to try before going to an esthetician who has comparable, more powerful equipment. Come get the free ebook of the month just for visiting the site!) This busy novelist is also a communication lover and certainly likes to provide his most interesting passion with other people. Read more now about Acne Alternative and Acne Alternative Remedies Tips at his web site www.acnetreatmentsandinformation.com .
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Date Published: Dec 25, 2008 - 2:34 pm
Joseph H. Pilates was born in Munchengladbach in Germany, in 1880. Both of his parents were creatures of the physical. His father was a gymnast, his mother a naturopath. So it is no surprise that Pilate made physical health his lifelong obsession.
Pilates was also a sickly child who, through his efforts cured his own asthma, rickets and rheumatic fever. He put his whole life force into improving his physical strength.
Joe Pilates began by studying bodybuilding, gymnastics and yoga. He was posing for anatomical charts by the age of 14. Having overcome his own genetic weaknesses he spent the rest of his life fighting the exogenetic effects of modern lifestyles.
He was convinced that poor posture and inefficient breathing was the root cause of poor health for most people. He ultimately devised a complete physical workout routine. He engineered all the specialized equipment; specifications and tuning required teaching his methodology properly.
In 1912 Pilates moved to England and worked in a circus and as boxer and fitness instructor. He was imprisoned in a British prisoner of war camp during the first world war. Of course he kept himself and his fellow internees fit during his time in the camp on the Isle of Man. Here the Pilate's regime and philosophy really began to take shape.
Eight years after the war Pilates migrated to America. On the ship he met his future wife Clara. They founded an early fitness studio in New York and began a lifetime of fitness instruction and supervision. He called his method "contrology" because it was about leading the mind to control muscles.
It places the core torso muscles that help keep the human body centered and balanced, at the center of lifestyle. Giving support to the spine is the key. In particular, Pilates taught awareness of breathing and of alignment of the spine, and strengthening the deep torso and abdominal muscles.
Joseph and Clara Pilates soon had a good living and an established clientele that swore by the methods. Pilates wrote several books including "Your Health" and "Return To Life Through Contrology".
According to devotees, the central aim of Pilates is to create a unity of mind and body, so that without thinking about it the body will move with economy, grace, and balance. The objective is to produce an unconscious union of mind and body.
Practitioners believe in using one's body to the greatest advantage, making the most of its strengths, counteracting its weaknesses, and correcting its imbalances. It has to be an individual tailored program.
The method requires that one constantly pay attention to one's body while doing the movements. Paying attention to movement is seen as so vital that it is considered more important than any other single aspect of the movements.To take your pilates exercise to next level: Pilates Power Gym fitness is the most complete system to develop your pilates workout from home.
Pilates was also a sickly child who, through his efforts cured his own asthma, rickets and rheumatic fever. He put his whole life force into improving his physical strength.
Joe Pilates began by studying bodybuilding, gymnastics and yoga. He was posing for anatomical charts by the age of 14. Having overcome his own genetic weaknesses he spent the rest of his life fighting the exogenetic effects of modern lifestyles.
He was convinced that poor posture and inefficient breathing was the root cause of poor health for most people. He ultimately devised a complete physical workout routine. He engineered all the specialized equipment; specifications and tuning required teaching his methodology properly.
In 1912 Pilates moved to England and worked in a circus and as boxer and fitness instructor. He was imprisoned in a British prisoner of war camp during the first world war. Of course he kept himself and his fellow internees fit during his time in the camp on the Isle of Man. Here the Pilate's regime and philosophy really began to take shape.
Eight years after the war Pilates migrated to America. On the ship he met his future wife Clara. They founded an early fitness studio in New York and began a lifetime of fitness instruction and supervision. He called his method "contrology" because it was about leading the mind to control muscles.
It places the core torso muscles that help keep the human body centered and balanced, at the center of lifestyle. Giving support to the spine is the key. In particular, Pilates taught awareness of breathing and of alignment of the spine, and strengthening the deep torso and abdominal muscles.
Joseph and Clara Pilates soon had a good living and an established clientele that swore by the methods. Pilates wrote several books including "Your Health" and "Return To Life Through Contrology".
According to devotees, the central aim of Pilates is to create a unity of mind and body, so that without thinking about it the body will move with economy, grace, and balance. The objective is to produce an unconscious union of mind and body.
Practitioners believe in using one's body to the greatest advantage, making the most of its strengths, counteracting its weaknesses, and correcting its imbalances. It has to be an individual tailored program.
The method requires that one constantly pay attention to one's body while doing the movements. Paying attention to movement is seen as so vital that it is considered more important than any other single aspect of the movements.To take your pilates exercise to next level: Pilates Power Gym fitness is the most complete system to develop your pilates workout from home.
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Date Published: Dec 25, 2008 - 2:34 pm
